Caylee/Casey Anthony Case: Brad Conway Quits George and Cindy Anthony
Orlando, FL– Brad Conway, counsel to George and Cindy Anthony, has resigned.
Has Jose Baez, the defense counsel for alleged child murderer Casey Anthony had his first good idea by providing more inaccurate information for a motion on behalf of his client? Seems to me rendering the object of your defense strategy, lawyer-less, works in her favor.
He is the 3rd attorney to withdraw from representation of the Anthony’s behind Paul Kelley and Mark Nejame, respectively.
The resignation comes following a week of terse publicly released emails between Cindy Anthony, Mark Nejame, Brad Conway and Jose Baez.
Who’s to Blame?
Not the Anthony’s, says Conway. In a letter appearing on Wesh:
With regret I am forced to resign as George and Cindy Anthonys attorney. The defense motion filed on August 9, 2010 contains allegations that are not in fact true. As an officer of the court I cannot stand idly by knowing allegations involving me have been misstated. I am now a witness to an innacurate legal pleading filed in our court system. As such, I cannot continue in good conscience as a legal representative. George and Cindy Anthony have done nothing improper, it is the failure of the defense to verify the facts alleged in their motion that forces my withdrawal. I will continue to support the Anthonys, will continue to attend hearings and the eventual trial and most importantly I will continue to search for the full truth regarding the killing of Caylee Marie Anthony.
Bradley A. Conway, Esq. Law Office of Bradley A. Conway 189 S. Orange Ave. Suite 1850 Orlando, Fl. Office: 407-246-0803 Fax: 407-386-3114
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IMO Brad has been waiting for a good excuse/reason to remove himself from Cindy’s clutches. I think he made a wise decision by resigning.
“I am now a witness to an innacurate legal pleading filed in our court system. As such, I cannot continue in good conscience as a legal representative” So why does that necessitate his quitting?
“As an officer of the court I cannot stand idly by knowing allegations involving me have been misstated. I am now a witness to an innacurate legal pleading filed in our court system.” He can’t do that as the Anthony’s attorney?
I just don’t understand his reasoning. To me, this letter doesn’t make any sense. I think maybe he’s been around Cindy too much!
At least some people have a moral compass.
Yup, everyone gets body slammed.
Which part of the motion does Brad C. have the problem with? I just re-read it and it looks like #11, having to do with Brad looking over the TES records?
I can’t connect the dots;
A court motion says that Conway had unrestricted access to Equaasearch documents. Conway says that’s not true…Thus, he believes he must resign as George & Cindy’s lawyer.
This reads as a non sequitur to me. Or is this sequence legally correct?
Can’t he just send a letter to the court stating that he did not have unlimited access to the documents and continue to represent the Anthonys?
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From WESH;
In that filing, Jose Baez, Casey Anthony’s attorney, claims Conway was given unrestricted access to review 4,000 pages of volunteer documents while the defense has not been given the same access.
“The defense motion filed on August 9, 2010 contains allegations that are not in fact true. As an officer of the court I cannot stand idly by knowing allegations involving me have been misstated. I am now a witness to an innacurate legal pleading filed in our court system. As such, I cannot continue in good conscience as a legal representative,” Conway’s letter said.
http://www.wesh.com/caseyanthony/24643120/detail.html
Wow!
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/ here it is
Does this mean…Baez has lied yet again and, rather than roll over and take it, Brad Conway is going full speed ahead with a complaint to he Fl. Bar? Or, a civil suit against Baez? And, how does that inerfere with Conway’s representation of the Anthony’s?
Sorry to seem dense but, it is early and have only managed a few sips of coffee.
Blink, could this be the beginning of the end?
We are not that lucky.
B
do they think were dumb? the best source to find out what happened to caylee is kc…
cindy seems out of control again…jmo..
Okay, Blink, please tell us what’s on your mind! lol
I think the statement that Conway made “…. and most importantly I will continue to search for the full truth regarding the killing of Caylee Marie Anthony.” is quite profound and telling. I notice HE acknowledges that Caylee was indeed killed. There is nothing in Conway’s statement to support the Anthony’s assertion that Caylee is still alive. There is nothing in Conway’s statement to support rumors that it was an “accident” that snowballed out of control. I would wager that Conway is secretly pleased that Baez & Co. are screw ups because in the end maybe Conway’s reputation can be salvaged.
there has to be more to this than just “I am now a witness to an innacurate legal pleading filed in our court ” Conway seemed very angry in the interview, and I would think (but who am I) that lawyers are skilled and trained Court Room “Warriors” who love a great challenge, arguement, fight, what’s he running scared from?
Blink, can you post the motion filed on Aug. 9th 2010? Is this about child abuse? My guess is Casey’s words against his clients, among other witnesses (Jesse). Maybe we’ll find out who the daddy is… Thanks.
Which motion?
B
Best move to date on Mr. Conway’s part. He can now take a sigh of relief from his relief from this circus called the Casey Anthony Trail.
Looks like Baez’ only defense is mistrial due to incompetent representation
interesting word choice by Attorney Brad Conway…”killing of” as opposed to “disappearance and death of”. Maybe it’s just me.
Hello…. I see this as not wanting to be found guilty of perjury if called as a states witness.
Heidi says:
August 16, 2010 at 11:09 am
Heidi – I believe that all the motions that involve Brad Conway are the ones regarding TES and Mark Nejame. It is Baez’s little hissy fits, along with Cheney Mason, over their ability to review the volunteer records. Short story is that Baez and Mason want to go after any and all of the volunteers for TES, and not just the thirty something that were on Suburban Drive. I don’t believe that this had anything at all to do with Caylee’s paternity.
Hope that helps. I’m not good at pulling links to another site.
Heidi; this is the Aug 9 motion;
http://www.wftv.com/pdf/24581279/detail.html
I don’t completley understand why he has to bow out? Is Kleat around?
I am thinking he is getting us closer to JUSTICE for Caylee though and this is ALWAYS a good thang.
Can someone please make this a little easier to explain as I don’t see why this couldn’t have been handled another way?
YAY !! ITS ABOUT TIME !!!! HE KNOWS MUCH MORE !!!! THATS WHY HE LEFT !
What u think Blink ?
Heidi,
That may be true. Would the Defense’s inaccurate motion indicating he had unrestricted access to TES records (according to Conway) make him guilty of perjury if he testified as a states witness? Afterall, he didn’t tell the lie.
As for the reasoning–Conway has mastered the non sequitar.
I wish someone would tell the truth.
Thank you for alerting us Blink- And so the wheels turn freely…..
If I am understanding your thoughts correctly, Blink- The Anthony’s without counsel, would leave them open to spew whatever thought comes in their mind- perhaps incriminating themselves- all the while helping cloud the truth with more garbage.
Was Conway afraid they would throw him under the bus next- seeing as they had no problem in questioning Nejame’s integrity?
The Anthony’s being ‘led’ by the likes of Baez- is a very scary thought.
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/38721272#38721272
Conway on the Today Show
Kerry Sanders- (pp)Casey’s parents are increasingly upset with Jose Baez’s representation of their daughter-Hmmm inadequate legal counsel?
Conway “…as an officer of the court I can not stand by and KNOWINGLY participate in something that is false”
I agree with you, who’s next?
“killing of” not to make light of Caylee’s demise at all, but Conway’s choice of words reminded me of Neil Simon’s screenplay “Murder By Death”
At this point, with Casey’s silence and refusing to lead police to Caylee and the cover-up of the truth- anyway you look at it, when little Caylee was found many months later- there was only tiny little bones left- not much to determine cause of death- therefore, until trial, when all the evidence is presented- one could say truthfully Caylee’s death was “Murder” by death-
Totally.
This is how beat I am, with a huge pre-season annual historic game this eve.
(O/T)J E T S , JETS JETS JETS. Reavis- your island is only cool to visit if it is not abandoned.
On Topic: I read your post, which cleary states the work is Neil Simon’s, and I researched it because I knew it was Neil Simon’s. Maybe time to take a break. Great Post.
B
I heard the other evening on Nancy Grace or JVM that the defense has completely abandoned the “Zanny the Nanny” story. So now they are going after people like the man who actually found Caylee, Casey’s ex boyfriends, etc. Who in their right mind would want to have to defend any of these people?
That is nearly impossible at this point, no way.
B
InSession reporting now……preliminary resolution with all parties reached on TES volunteer search records.
I just caught the last 30 seconds of jinxasaurus talking, so I have no idea what the resolution is. Can’t find any other media outlets posting about it yet.
Also,WESH reporting there was a session in-chambers at courthouse this morning. Jose was asked about the resignation of Brad, but had not read the letter and did not have time to read it or respond.
Hopefully there will be links up soon.
Hmmm..what took you so long Brad?
That’s the only question I have left for him at this point.
Just reread my comment quoting Conway- his comment was not IRT The Anthony’s feelings about Baez- Sorry for any confusion
But rather, participating knowingly in something that is false- as in setting Nejame up- in Cindy’s emails.
Which begs the question- Was Conway aware of Cindy’s email s- or was he blindsided by their release?
How could Conway adequately protect his clients if they were unbeknownst to Conway, participating in the defense & making up lies?
Mr. Peabody and Sherman would like to jump in the Way Back Machine, please!
Do we all remember how the Anthony’s were directed to Mark NeJame? Kid Finders Network and The Never Lose Hope Foundation; and the foundation donated funds for payment for NeJames representation of the Anthony’s.
Do we all remember when Texas Equusearch came to Orlando to help the Anthony’s find Caylee? Yes? The night before the massive search was to begin, the volunteers were asked to meet for training/briefing at Mark NeJames’ club. We all went…WTF!?!? Why is the Anthony’s attorney getting involved with TES and trying to micromanage the search efforts??
We didn’t like NeJame at all and gave him a ration of… well, you know what.
The search ended with no Caylee and lots of rogue searchers stirring up trouble.
The Anthonys continued to perpetuate their live sightings and preposterous stories and were about to make a big announcement as to Caylees whereabouts, when NeJame quit, rather “noisily” and we all went WTF!?, what does this mean?
Then Caylee’s remains were found. Enter: Brad Conway, new attorney for the Anthonys and renter of law office space from Mr. NeJame. Soon after, Mr. Baez wants to have Tim Miller declared an Agent of the State, or at the minimum, subpoena Duces Tecum the TES records.
And lo…Mr. NeJame is now going to represent TES (pro bono) and keep the searchers private info away from the defense.
Somewhere in that time frame of the Anthonys getting kicked to the curb by NeJame and Baez filing motions for the TES records, NeJame had to get the waiver from the Anthonys before he could represent TES.
Did NeJame suggest to the Anthonys that Brad Conway (renter of office space in NeJames building and all around good guy) would be willing to fill the void and continue to Shepard the Anthonys in the reshaping of their media image (and possible future media negotiations) and smooth talk them into signing the waiver?
It looks like Cindy re-wrote history in her email to Baez that accompanied the forwarded letter from NeJame through Brad Conway. I don’t think Cindy was ever told by NeJame that their new attorney would have access to the TES documents if they signed the waiver. But maybe Brad told Baez that is what happened and why Baez filed the latest WTF!? motion with the Cindy email attached and why Brad has had to resign.
Seriously, there are too many dots behind the scene and we are slowly connecting them, this just happens to be my take on the whole thing!
hello Its me katie (chica)
now I see my post geez what a struggle that was
Heidi, the motion filed on August 9th is in the story on wftv, they have several links in the story, it’s there.
This argument about TES isn’t about the state, which IIRC, takes no position on this issue. The argument is between TES and their lawyer, Mark NeJame, and the defense, that is, Casey and her own lawyers.
So it’s not about state’s witness or defense witness, Conway would be a witness about his role in this matter, including his agreement with his clients about the waiver. It makes sense that not only is there no waiver, there’s no CONSIDERATION given to the Anthony’s for what really is a good hearted favour for them, to have their lawyer look at the docs and to help the Anthony’s know there were no searchers at the exact location, therefore there were no footsteps trodding on their little granddaughter’s remains or disturbing them (IIRC, George was concerned about that, maybe came out at the TES press conference re: water shown in Nov 08 arial photos).
Not a state vs Casey issue. A lawyer will face heavy sanctions if he lies to the court so no way Conway will do that, nor will NeJame lie if put on the stand in the same issue. Won’t happen.
Kleat, great points, but I actually think what you touch on, is possible perceived “consideration” that bothered Brad in the first place.
As I see it, the issue at hand really is that the Anthony’s claimed that Brad was given full access in exchange for a “release” for Mark Nejame to represent TES. Never happened. These idiots wanted out of that “release” and threw Conway under the bus, undoubtedly at Baez suggestion, so he is correct, as an officer of the court, he was duty bound. I could see how a legal argument, if the perception that the release allowed Nejame to pursue a book deal, would absolutely be considered “in kind” or “in lieu”.
Not saying it would hold, just saying it could be made. It is my opinion, in that regard, the misrepresentation becomes objectionable by Conway.
Secondary Issue: If George does not get his own counsel immediately he is doomed.
Guess what else that makes him duty bound for ?… A Florida Bar complaint.
B
who’s next or caylee is still alive!
I hope that baez got his butt chewed out this morning by judge perry
I have a feeling Jose is going to need to fit his azz in the second chair at best.
B
BTW, the reply to the response to the …. well, Mark NeJames reply to the August 9th motion, was filed in OC court on Thursday (or was it weds). It’s on docstock posted by Muzikman.
Here is Mark NeJame’s Aug 12 filed reply to Baez’s motion with all the attachments, filed Aug. 9.
http://www.docstoc.com/docs/50221424/08122010-Nejame-Reply-to-Defense-Response-to-Motion-to-Quash
Blink, excellent point about conspiracy to rid George Anthony of the only lawyer he’s had since Caylee was found. Conway would be essential if George isn’t going to roll over for the abuse allegations.
But then, any representation for George was a compromise given the role Cindy has in directing the plays and who she will throw under those big wheels.
Sorry, I know OT, but has anyone else seen this:
‘Craigslist Killer’ Reportedly Commits Suicide in Jail With Pen, Plastic Bag: http://www.foxnews.com/us/2010/08/15/probe-sought-craigslist-killer-commits-suicide-jail/?test=latestnews
One less POS we have to support!
Blink could you possibly come up with a parody photo of Baez in diapers and a pacifier…after his press conference this afternoon, that is the only image in my mind’s eye…..NeJames said months ago they were waiting for Baez’s big top(well not in those exact words) to come in and go over the same 4000 pages that Conway and the State has done….another thing how can one be a witness to an “inaccurate legal pleading”….I feel that Conway bowed out because the crap is getting to deep and he has misplaced his boots and shovel.
Is some other good doozie coming out from the SA office soon which has caused all these other “slight of hands” and distractions? Poor poor little people (those grandparents and brother) thinking that they LOVE more strongly and CARE more deeply for family (inmate) than anyone in the world. You haven’t proven that you LOVE SO MUCH, all you’ve proven is that you are VILE. Even the inmate acknowledged in a text message that the car stunk because something died and was plastered on the Pontiac SHE used and drove…..and this was even before any TES was involved and even before the grandmother called 911 saying poor little precious CAYLEE MARIE ANTHONY was missing and had been missing for THIRTY ONE (31), count them, 31 days. I wonder if Dr. G can sue them later for defamation of character because in essence they’re saying Dr. G lied about the DNA of the remains found on Suburban belonging to precious CAYLEE MARIE ANTHONY. CAYLEE MARIE ANTHONY didn’t ask to be born into that and she sure didn’t/doesn’t deserve to be killed and desecrated by these things. These things that believe it is okay for their daughter to kill her daughter, their granddaughter. Yeah, no biggy…besides CAYLEE MARIE ANTHONY was not even 3 years old…..not even a full size person. NOT! I can’t wait for the jail cell door to slam in the inmate’s face permanently and the key thrown away for ever…and that those vile things get their scams shut down….and we don’t ever have to hear or see them ever again.
JUSTICE FOR CAYLEE MARIE ANTHONY
ERB_MD
Just out of ‘lurking’ to give you a resounding HEAR HEAR!!
If there is a God up there, Caylee will get her Justice, just be patient for a few more months. RIP sweet little girl.
Okay I think I understand now.
Blink my post is still in moderation pergatory?
I think Conway is going to use this opportunity to bow out gracefully as now it would seem a conflict of interest for him to testify against Cindy and George’s daughter? I think this is why he is bowing out now. Please correct me if I am wrong and also Conways word choices are strange, but we know he has ALWAYS said that the Anthonys were grieving and that they would hold on hope until the Killer is behind bars for good… Does Baez REALLY think he is acting in his clients best interest?
Thanks Blink
In the Jan 20th hearing of TES Conway says:
“Just so my client’s wishes are clear, they want to expedite the courts ability to rule on discovery issues and expedite the ability of the defense to receive discovery…..They have INSTRUCTED me to waive conflict regarding Mr. Nejame providing information ….”
Doesn’t his statements at court already deem Cindy’s emails irrelevant?
Great point and yes it does, they can’t take it back, and they attempted to outside the scope of representation at apparently the truth.
o/t: Woe is me. What a nightmare. I will kiss Reavis on the lips-
B
I agree that George needs a lawyer- He is the only one that puts himself near the trunk before the car was towed-
Conway says that he will still be at court hearings and he wants to find out the whole truth of what happened to Caylee… I wonder which side he will sit on?… I know, I know, it would be too much to think he would sit on the prosecutions side.
Is it that time of year again?-I can already hear your chants of – GO JETS, ringing in my ears LOL Enjoy the game Blink.
http://www.wftv.com/video/24651478/index.html
Link to The Defense Press Conference
Quotes from Baez at today’s PC-
“I am not necessarily concerned with the side shows- that is the best way to describe this incident.”
“I take serious issue with one lawyer choosing a national forum to voice out issues or concerns about either myself or my defense team.”
“I have had open communication with Mr. Conway…. to not notify me directly, I just take serious issue with”
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Strickland said it best, “Indeed the irony is rich.”
Jeezus, sooo bottom line is did Baez & Mason score some type of big victory over NeJame in accessing all TES searchers records today? Because that’s exactly what they said at the press meet today, claiming some sort of big victory over TES.
Is Judge Perry also wimping out as Judge Strickland did before him in a misguided effort to be overly fair due to paranoia of a future mistrial? WTF exactly happened behind closed doors with Judge Belvin Perry today? Did anything really change or does the defense have the exact same access to the records they had over 8 months ago? Only difference is the defense cannot make the names of the searchers public which pretty much ruins their plans to frame more innocent do gooders ala Roy Kronk.
Hi, I think Conway bowed out because of the emails Cindy gave to Baez. If he continued to represent the Anthony’s – he couldn’t say that they weren’t true. It is his client(s) who have supposedly given the emails with some “mistruths” in them to Baez. My understanding is there were no conditions on the release of Nejame and now they are saying there was. Conway an officer of the Court – (take notice Baez and Mason), cannot lie therefore he can no longer represent Cindy and George, because the motion has lies in it and he will be asked. Nejame isn’t going to let it go unchallenged.
Anyone can doctor up emails – we did it as an April Fools joke on my boss and he bought it. The tech guys will catch the bogus emails – they’re pros and another truth will slowly see the light.
All these people are just a bunch of losers. Conway didn’t say nasty because it won’t get him anywhere and he probably likes and feels for George. Poor George – if only he had some courage/heart/strength/balls.
Thank you all for your help in answering my question. I love this site. [[[[ GROUP HUG ]]]].
SO who here,or anywhere, believes all of this horse and pony show is going to do Casey one damn bit of good? It’s planned confusion and very in line with Casey Anthony’s method to her madness. In a nutshell, she wil be found guilty no matter what her parents do, no matter what all the attorneys do. Period.
Attorney wars do much of nothing to help the cause.
Blink, thanks. I’m not sure at all, after hearing the two freshly coiffed legal personel give their presser and their comments re: Brad and sideshow, that Brad didn’t make a very well calculated decision to follow his clients footsteps on NBC’s national morning show.
If he did not do this, he would be a certain victim of his clients wrath and the Casey defense’s accusations. This public announcement on the same venue as his ex-clients had last week, was his best offense. Brad completely lay his clients blameless for his decision and the events and made sure the public got that.
It was clear that his clients were siding with other lawyers, not giving Conway the respect as their lawyer. Brad probably gave his clients fair leeway to speak to Baez and co. but still, they went to Baez when it was appropriate for Brad to be involved.
Baez was already blaming Brad for not calling him, afterall, he said he has his cell phone number. Who filed the motion? And who was believing a woman who still believes that Caylee is alive?
His client, afterall, sent her private communications to Brad on to Baez, maybe without Brad in the loop.
Does everyone realize that freaking Beth Karas was copied on the damn email that started this mess?
And he thumps Conway for grandstanding? Lol.
B
Blink, I just want to know if you still believe she will plea????
If she pleas it will never be under Jose’s representation.
B
This morning’s meeting, clue to what transpired was in the presser, when the pair admitted that they already had what they wanted already, but out of the meeting someone said that there was now an agreement, that they would get what they already had of course, but with the addition of one important point, that back and forth accusations would cease.
I wonder what time of early predawn hour Judge Perry called his flock into chambers to make nice and behave?
I think that meeting was already scheduled, but don’t quote me.
B